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[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

“South Africa greatly values the commitment shown by all participants at this conference, which is both informative and vital as we navigate the complexities of gas policy and energy transition. Together, with the support of our allies, we can shape a sustainable and resilient energy future for our nations.” - Hon Nonkosi Queenie Mvana

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

We’re underway at the Parliamentary Dialogue: Moving from Fossil Fuels to Renewables! Today, leaders from Mozambique, DRC, and South Africa join experts to tackle critical issues on energy transition

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

🗣️ “The renewable energy sector offers substantial investment opportunities as the costs of renewable technologies continue to fall. Addressing social and economic impacts through community engagements and sustainable development is crucial for a successful energy transition.” - Neil Cole, The Presidency 🇿🇦

#EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #SustainableDevelopment #COP29 #AfricaClimateAction

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

🗣️ “African Ministers call for a needs-based approach, urging developed countries to mobilize $1.3 trillion annually by 2030 in public finance, grants, or highly concessional terms. This will prevent new debt traps for African economies already in distress.” - Veronica Jakarasi, AGN.

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

🗣️ “Africa is uniquely positioned in the global energy transition, with its vast reserves of critical minerals essential for batteries, solar panels, and wind turbines. As demand surges, Africa has opportunities for collaboration, foreign direct investment, local beneficiation, and industrialization.” - Sodhie Naicker, DMT Kai Batla 🌍

#EnergyTransition #CriticalMinerals #FDI #AfricaClimateAction #COP29

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

🗣️ “To maximize benefits from the energy transition, our governments must focus on well-regulated, quality mining projects that meet global demand while benefiting host communities. Investments in local industries, refineries, and adherence to ESG standards are key.” - Nsama Kearns, Care for Nature, Zambia 🌍

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

🗣️ “African countries should push for a significant increase in climate finance beyond the current $100 billion per year, ensuring the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) aligns with the scale of climate impacts, especially in vulnerable regions.” - Prabhat Upadhaya, @AfricanClimateF 🌍

#ClimateFinance #NCQG #COP29 #JustTransition #AfricaClimateAction

[SADC Parliamentary Forum @sadcpf]

In the lead up to #COP29 Members of Parliament @sadcpf are participating in a high level dialogue on the main priorities for Africa. The session recognises the importance of parliaments in influencing climate policy and overseeing the implementation of international commitment.

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

🗣️ “Parliamentarians have a responsibility to ensure international climate commitments are adopted and implemented domestically, reflecting national conditions and capabilities. They must engage with negotiators to protect livelihoods and promote resilience.” - Rachel, SADC PF.

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

🗣️ “All climate action should be underpinned by just transition principles, creating opportunities that benefit all, including local communities, while promoting sustainable development.” - Veronica Jakarasi, Chair of the African Group of Negotiators.

Through the #JustTransition work programme and #NDCs, we aim to secure financial resources for developing countries and integrate these priorities into national climate plans. 🌍 #climateAction #COP29

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

🌍 As the world grapples with the urgent impacts of climate change, Africa stands at a crossroads, facing unique challenges and opportunities in the energy transition.

Tomorrow, at The Road to @COP29_AZ High-Level Dialogue, we will delve into these critical issues with leading experts: Prabhat Upadhyaya from the @AfricanClimateF , who will discuss the pressing need for climate finance; Romy Chevallier from @SAIIA_info , addressing the significance of the Loss and Damage Fund; and Manele Mpofu from the @ZELA_Infor , focusing on navigating carbon markets.

A strong emphasis will be placed on the fossil fuel dilemma: how can Africa phase out fossil fuels while ensuring a just transition for its communities?

Stay tuned for powerful insights and live updates as we tackle these vital topics and prepare for COP29! 🔥 #ClimateAction #EnergyTransition #FossilFuels #COP29

[Christabel Phiri @ChristabelPhiri]

Climate finance is a crucial enabler for climate action in Africa, With the urgency to mitigate and adapt, Africa requires an estimated $277 billion annually to support comprehensive climate efforts. #ClimateCrisis #ClimateCrisis @AGNChairUNFCCC @COP29_AZ @The_SARWatch

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

How can Africa secure the climate finance it urgently needs and lead the way in a just energy transition? 🌍

On October 9th, the Road to @COP29_AZ High-Level Dialogue in Cape Town, hosted in partnership with @The_SARWatch @afrigreen_ @sadcpf @ujipatc and Economic Justice Network of FOCCISA will address these critical questions as we push for bold commitments and transformative actions ahead of COP29.

Join the conversation and help shape Africa's climate resilience and sustainable future. Together, we can create real change! 💡

#ClimateAction #COP29 #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #AfricaLeads

[African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) @AfricanAmdc]

Ongoing : side event #COP28 ‘Critical Minerals, Just Energy Transition & Climate Change’, hosted by @The_SARWatch . Exploring challenges, opportunities & strategies around #CM in the context of achieving a #justenergy transition while addressing climate change. @maritkitaw

[UN Women Africa @unwomenafrica]

UN Women Regional Office for East and Southern Africa today held the inaugural meeting for the newly constituted the Regional Civil Society Advisory Group (R-CSAG). The Civil Society Organizations are drawn from across the East and Southern Africa Region.

[UN Women Africa @unwomenafrica]

R-CSAG will also serve as a consultative forum to agree on regional priorities and develop joint strategies to inform UN Women’s work in the East and Southern Africa Region. #GenderEquality

[Christabel Phiri @ChristabelPhiri]

Beautiful conversations! New relationships and opportunities for partnership @SthrnAfrcaTrust

[UN Women Africa @unwomenafrica]

UN Women Regional Office for East and Southern Africa today held the inaugural meeting for the newly constituted the Regional Civil Society Advisory Group (R-CSAG). The Civil Society Organizations are drawn from across the East and Southern Africa Region.

[Southern Africa Trust @SthrnAfrcaTrust]

Are you attending COP 28 in Dubai? Please plan to attend our side events, which we have organized in collaboration with Southern Africa Resources Watch, the Economic Justice Network (EJN), and the African Climate Foundation. @FordFoundation @AfricanClimateF @The_SARWatch

[Southern Africa Youth Forum (SAYoF) @SAYoF_Official]

📢@SAYoF_SADC in partnership with @SthrnAfrcaTrust and CJ-JT is inviting you to attend a virtual conversation on youth and Climate Change. This is a platform that echoes the voices of the African youth, harnessing their insights, dreams and aspirations.
🔗https://t.co/aAu6LapyFq

[Christabel Phiri @ChristabelPhiri]

@humentum_org @wings_info Pleasure to have met Christine⚘️ Looking forward to connecting again soon ! Taking forward our political analysis with the latest dev't🤣

[Southern Africa Resource Watch @The_SARWatch]

Women Speakers on “Critical Minerals and Energy Transition in Africa - Strategies and Policies of Key Producing Countries” starts Tuesday 5th September 2023. Please register to participate and follow the discussion: https://t.co/ATYOy355fZ